Hallaq, Wael B.
Sharî'a: Theory, Practice, Transformations
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521678742
- author:
- Hallaq, Wael B.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 624
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 228 mm
- Genre:
- Islam
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wael Hallaq's magisterial overview of Shari'a sets the record straight by examining the doctrines and practices of Islamic law within the context of its history. This comprehensive study takes readers on an epic journey tracing the evolution of Islamic law from its beginnings in seventh-century Arabia to its development under the Ottomans, and across diverse lands such as India, Africa, and South-East Asia, to the present.
By examining the complexities of Shari'a within pre-modern Islamic societies, Hallaq reveals a rich history that was both a moral imperative and a transformative force. His remarkably fluent narrative will inform, engage, and challenge readers seeking to understand this pivotal aspect of Islamic law.
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